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Good to get out for a fun ride in the 'groves. You have to watch out for those leaping crocs lol. Nice to get those windows in, getting the air flow going! Love those 'wild' tomatoes you adopted. I see that Charlie is keeping an eye on everything. Gearing up for the big launch!
Thank you Frank! Lol 😆 glad you like the bloopers! We got a few ripe tomatoes from the wild plants! The hatches have made a HUGE difference inside the Saloon, we get a nice breeze through and the whole boat is cooler. As always, we love reading your comments. Thank you Frank! -Cait
Charlies growing faster than those Tomatoes.. 🍅 her baby face is changing. You know where those seeds came from 😂... Clue you put in a new outflow hole. 😉 Rats and mice normally harvest them before they can germinate so thats a healthy sign in a different way 😉
Hahaha! they probably came from the galley sink or from the boat before us galley sink LOL the toilets dont work on the hardstand We got a few ripe tomatoes from the plants! Great snack! Charlie is growing so fast hey!! We have a height chart onboard and took her height they day we got hauled out and they day we went back in and there is a few inches difference in height! kids grow so fast! -Cait
Cheers Brad, we love the new decal and iys mark 1. We have more plans in the works but we may have to recover financially so it may be a while lol. -sam
Nice work, love the new look of the windows with the white film. Also have to comment on the bootstrap, it is looking really good! you guys will be enjoying the fruits of your labor very soon!
Indeed it seems you are enjoying getting yet another refit project checked of the list. Can't believe you have been on the hard for 6 months. It does seem like time flies. What more did you find out about the sister boat in the yard of the one you had hoped to purchase ?
Hey Sallie, Thank you, we are really looking forward to getting the sails up and seeing what she can do after all the hard work and modifications. The alloy cat next to us is owned and has a big 18 month refit planned to start next year, she is the owners retirement project -Cait
@SVPearler thats the one right up from the boatyard! The wreck is a really good indicator at how deep the creek is - super fun cruise ride through the mangroves! Are you guys back in town?
We plan to head south as soon as the weather is good, we are between troppos and the boatyard if you are ever zooming past! Hope to catch up with you two legends out on the water 😃 -Cait
Thank you, Rob! The roof and new canvas around it are doing really well. We are catching so much rain, Sam is loving it! Full water tanks Yewwwww! Thank you! -Cait
Thank you! It's so much cooler inside now, lots of airflow through the cabin 🙌 and the brows are doing great with keeping the sun off the windows. Win win all around! -Cait
Onboard Lifestyles replaced all of there through hulls and when they did that, they relocated all of them but one above the waterline. The only one that is below the waterline is for their water maker. I'm probably going to do the same thing when I build my Cyber 48. A water tank up forward doesn't seem like that would be a good idea due to weight distribution.
Above the waterline is better for the anifowl but worse for the nose. I would prefer to keep the smell to a minimum. It's not a water tank up foward but a sullage tank that would only be used at anchor and disposed of when under way so it shouldn't affect weight placement that much. -sam
@@sailingwiththejamess I was thinking about the smell for the black water. That makes perfect sense. Something to consider for sure on the black water and water maker but everything else seems to be OK to place above the waterline. That's interesting about a sullage tank. I've never heard of one before or have thought about that before. Definitely something to consider when your at anchor for some time. I'm not exactly sure what you mean by this statement, "Above the waterline is better for the anifowl but worse for the nose"?
Oh I just mean that when you put your black water overboard discharge above the water line then it smells when you discharge but if it's below the waterline then it seems to interfere with your antifowl. -sam
@@sailingwiththejamess I see. I do know that I want as few holes underneath the waterline as possible just in case they break. The smell would for sure bother me. I guess that through hull is going underneath the waterline now that you've tuned me up on the smell factor. Thanks.
Hey Famiy, absolutely brilliant episode, I'm sorry I've been a bit quiet, but I'm always here supporting in the back ground. Totally stoked with this refit, u all deserve the best and looks to me, that's what uv got. Love an respect. Can't wait for Emma to get wet.🇦🇺💙🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Hello hello SeaWench! Thank you so much for the support and kinds words ✨️💕 We greatly appreciate it! A lot of planning, organising, and blooded, sweat (and maybe a few tears 😂) went into this refit and all the modifications we've done to her. We are very excited to get her splashed and even more excited to get the sails up and see what she can do! Everything is coming together nicely and we are excited for her to be floating again! Cheers Legend 🍻 👏 We always love reading your comments 💕 -Cait
Going back to the subject of water flow and separation over your rudders (and even daggerboards) one quick and easy way to determine the best ‘tufting’ and adhesive material for disclosure might be to stick samples to an oar and film them with the GoPro from the dinghy (at catcruz speeds!) Like your hull extensions it is possible a squared off trailing edge could give improved performance Are you allowed to have SWTJ 52 as a sail number?
Hey hey Kathikas 👋 Our rego and Official Number are on the back of the boat and inside in the Saloon area. The SWTJ 52 is just a fun decal with no government link away from any areas where official numbers are. Just a fun funky decal because we've put in 6 long hard (and fun!) Months into this major refit and made the boat our own and wanted to put our 'stamp' on her. She's looking fantastic and everything is coming together really nicely! You'll have to watch the launch video coming up to see how well the sterns are looking! ❤️ -Cait
Hi - what is the white "netting" you have on the windows? I have tried to find a material to reduce the sun and heat. What did you use? Kind regards Sailing catamaran Paws
Hello hello! It is a white perforated sticky film.that goes on windows, it is the same stuff buses and cars use to advertise businesses on the outside of vehicles - where you can see out but can't see in. We bought it from AliExpress and its great quality. We have had some on the side windows for about a year now and they are looking great still, very happy with them. We got rid of the screen on the front windows and just did the white film to tie all the windows together because 2 of the 3 are harden glass and the 1 in the middle is polycarbonate perspex and now with the film they all look cohesive. The brows over the front windows and the two hatches have completely changed the inside of the boat, its so much cooler and liveable. Here is the link to the exact stuff we have used from aliexpress: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005848971781.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.25.21ef1802NOlYNG Cheers Sistership Paws 🐾 🙌❤️ -Cait
Hey Geoffery, Definitely could! Yes we could antifoul the dingy, it would need to be prepped before putting antifoul on but definitely could. We normally haul the tender up in the davits and don't have it sitting in the water all the time. But at the shipyard we've just been keep the tender on the tender dock to run errands. -Cait
@@sailingwiththejamess oh ! I see now why it had so much on it , I understand more now cheers ... keep up the good work , what are their plans for the ally cat next to you , are they fixing it up ?
They still plan on doing it up but he is having trouble retiring at the moment and has been busy with extra work. We will stop in on our way north up to Indonesia and see how he is progressing. -sam
Hey Sam, thanks for subscribing. How much she weighs is a much debated topic and the truth is we don't know for sure but we think she is about 16t. Design weight is 15t and we are definitely heavier than that as we are down on our lines. We are hoping the next haul out will be with someone with working scales to put this debate to bed. -sam
@ Does not hold up to saltwater, better to spend a little more . Personally you would have been better off using sicoflex on the windows . Marine Sealant vs Silicone: Choose marine sealant for heavy-duty, long-lasting performance in the harsh marine environment, and consider silicone for less demanding situations or where cost is a major factor Marine Sealant: Designed specifically for marine environments: Can withstand harsh conditions like saltwater, UV rays, extreme temperatures, and fuel spills. Superior flexibility and adhesion: Maintains elasticity to move with boat movement and adheres well to various boat materials like fiberglass, wood, and metal. Fungus and mildew resistant: Prevents these common marine problems that can degrade surfaces and compromise the seal. Higher initial cost: Compared to regular silicone, marine sealant tends to be pricier. Variety of types: Different formulas are available for specific applications like bedding deck hardware, sealing hatches, or filling in cracks. Silicone: More affordable: Generally cheaper than marine sealant. Wide range of uses: Can be used for various household and construction applications, not just marine. Easier to find: Available at most hardware stores, whereas marine sealant might require specialized locations. Less resistant to harsh conditions: May degrade faster in saltwater, UV exposure, and extreme temperatures. Lower adhesion: Might not adhere as well to certain boat materials as marine sealant. Not as flexible: May crack or tear with boat movement, compromising the seal. Less fungus and mildew resistance: More susceptible to growth in marine environments. Marine-specific bonds are more durable than their non-marine counterparts and adhere to surfaces better, but they also come with a much heftier price tag. Silicones offer a more affordable alternative, but they’re not as tough as marine sealants.
@@davidcummings6299 Hey David, appreciate your comment and thought. We used Sikaflex on the windows and FixTech for the through Hull fitting. Sorry for any confusion, I called it 'Sika' and silicone in the video -Cait
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i like the personalization of the SWTJ 52, you guys have out in a lot of hard work on her. i look forward to seeing her sailing
Thank you! Stay tuned for the launch!
-Cait
Good to get out for a fun ride in the 'groves. You have to watch out for those leaping crocs lol. Nice to get those windows in, getting the air flow going! Love those 'wild' tomatoes you adopted. I see that Charlie is keeping an eye on everything. Gearing up for the big launch!
Thank you Frank!
Lol 😆 glad you like the bloopers!
We got a few ripe tomatoes from the wild plants!
The hatches have made a HUGE difference inside the Saloon, we get a nice breeze through and the whole boat is cooler.
As always, we love reading your comments. Thank you Frank!
-Cait
Love the new addition of the bloopers
Thank you! We thought they would be fun to add
-Cait
Charlies growing faster than those Tomatoes.. 🍅 her baby face is changing.
You know where those seeds came from 😂... Clue you put in a new outflow hole. 😉
Rats and mice normally harvest them before they can germinate so thats a healthy sign in a different way 😉
Hahaha! they probably came from the galley sink or from the boat before us galley sink LOL the toilets dont work on the hardstand
We got a few ripe tomatoes from the plants! Great snack!
Charlie is growing so fast hey!! We have a height chart onboard and took her height they day we got hauled out and they day we went back in and there is a few inches difference in height! kids grow so fast!
-Cait
Love the foward facing hatches, but i could leave the swtj52 looks like the rego numbers.
Hahaha I guess they do look a bit like rego numbers but we have put so much of ourselves into the boat that we wanted to personalise her.
-sam
I agree with the position of the new decal swtj 52, cool you guys let your patreons decide where to put it. its a nice personal touch
Cheers Brad, we love the new decal and iys mark 1. We have more plans in the works but we may have to recover financially so it may be a while lol.
-sam
Well hello again. I think the front windows look absolutely amazing another great video guys as always stay safe and God bless till next time
Cheers Kris, we looked the windows
-sam
Nice work, love the new look of the windows with the white film. Also have to comment on the bootstrap, it is looking really good! you guys will be enjoying the fruits of your labor very soon!
@@ESM.1990 Thank you!! We are stoked with how the bootstrap has turned out ✨️
-Cait
Indeed it seems you are enjoying getting yet another refit project checked of the list. Can't believe you have been on the hard for 6 months. It does seem like time flies.
What more did you find out about the sister boat in the yard of the one you had hoped to purchase ?
Hey Sallie,
Thank you, we are really looking forward to getting the sails up and seeing what she can do after all the hard work and modifications.
The alloy cat next to us is owned and has a big 18 month refit planned to start next year, she is the owners retirement project
-Cait
The windows look great
Cheers Imogen, we love the windows. They let sooo much air in.
-sam
Ah, you did do a bit of exploring.
Shame about the wrecks.
@SVPearler thats the one right up from the boatyard! The wreck is a really good indicator at how deep the creek is - super fun cruise ride through the mangroves! Are you guys back in town?
@sailingwiththejamess ahhh, thought there was another one up by Packers Camp. Yeah back. Lisa away for a few weeks next week.
We plan to head south as soon as the weather is good, we are between troppos and the boatyard if you are ever zooming past! Hope to catch up with you two legends out on the water 😃
-Cait
2 sniffs, don’t be greedy 😂😂😂
Congratulations on completing all your jobs legends!
Thank Heidi! Lol 😆 🤣 I inhaled like it was a pretty rose 🌹 and it stung the nostrils 🐝😂😂
-Cait
A lot of work done and dusted.
How is the new hardtop going with the rain?
Thank you, Rob! The roof and new canvas around it are doing really well. We are catching so much rain, Sam is loving it! Full water tanks Yewwwww!
Thank you!
-Cait
widows look a treat , be a lot cooler
Thank you! It's so much cooler inside now, lots of airflow through the cabin 🙌 and the brows are doing great with keeping the sun off the windows. Win win all around!
-Cait
Onboard Lifestyles replaced all of there through hulls and when they did that, they relocated all of them but one above the waterline. The only one that is below the waterline is for their water maker. I'm probably going to do the same thing when I build my Cyber 48. A water tank up forward doesn't seem like that would be a good idea due to weight distribution.
Above the waterline is better for the anifowl but worse for the nose. I would prefer to keep the smell to a minimum. It's not a water tank up foward but a sullage tank that would only be used at anchor and disposed of when under way so it shouldn't affect weight placement that much.
-sam
@@sailingwiththejamess I was thinking about the smell for the black water. That makes perfect sense. Something to consider for sure on the black water and water maker but everything else seems to be OK to place above the waterline. That's interesting about a sullage tank. I've never heard of one before or have thought about that before. Definitely something to consider when your at anchor for some time. I'm not exactly sure what you mean by this statement, "Above the waterline is better for the anifowl but worse for the nose"?
Oh I just mean that when you put your black water overboard discharge above the water line then it smells when you discharge but if it's below the waterline then it seems to interfere with your antifowl.
-sam
@@sailingwiththejamess I see. I do know that I want as few holes underneath the waterline as possible just in case they break. The smell would for sure bother me. I guess that through hull is going underneath the waterline now that you've tuned me up on the smell factor. Thanks.
the smell could potentially ruin some of the fun 😁 💩
-Cait
Hey Famiy, absolutely brilliant episode, I'm sorry I've been a bit quiet, but I'm always here supporting in the back ground. Totally stoked with this refit, u all deserve the best and looks to me, that's what uv got. Love an respect. Can't wait for Emma to get wet.🇦🇺💙🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Hello hello SeaWench!
Thank you so much for the support and kinds words ✨️💕 We greatly appreciate it! A lot of planning, organising, and blooded, sweat (and maybe a few tears 😂) went into this refit and all the modifications we've done to her. We are very excited to get her splashed and even more excited to get the sails up and see what she can do!
Everything is coming together nicely and we are excited for her to be floating again!
Cheers Legend 🍻 👏 We always love reading your comments 💕
-Cait
Looking good, thanks guys!
Thank you Trev, you are an absolute legend - thank you! Great appreciate it!
Cheers trev.
Thank you.
-sam
👍🏻👍🏻👏👏
Thank you! 🙌🙌
-Cait
Going back to the subject of water flow and separation over your rudders (and even daggerboards) one quick and easy way to determine the best ‘tufting’ and adhesive material for disclosure might be to stick samples to an oar and film them with the GoPro from the dinghy (at catcruz speeds!) Like your hull extensions it is possible a squared off trailing edge could give improved performance
Are you allowed to have SWTJ 52 as a sail number?
Hey hey Kathikas 👋
Our rego and Official Number are on the back of the boat and inside in the Saloon area. The SWTJ 52 is just a fun decal with no government link away from any areas where official numbers are. Just a fun funky decal because we've put in 6 long hard (and fun!) Months into this major refit and made the boat our own and wanted to put our 'stamp' on her.
She's looking fantastic and everything is coming together really nicely!
You'll have to watch the launch video coming up to see how well the sterns are looking! ❤️
-Cait
Hi - what is the white "netting" you have on the windows? I have tried to find a material to reduce the sun and heat. What did you use?
Kind regards
Sailing catamaran Paws
Hello hello!
It is a white perforated sticky film.that goes on windows, it is the same stuff buses and cars use to advertise businesses on the outside of vehicles - where you can see out but can't see in. We bought it from AliExpress and its great quality. We have had some on the side windows for about a year now and they are looking great still, very happy with them. We got rid of the screen on the front windows and just did the white film to tie all the windows together because 2 of the 3 are harden glass and the 1 in the middle is polycarbonate perspex and now with the film they all look cohesive. The brows over the front windows and the two hatches have completely changed the inside of the boat, its so much cooler and liveable.
Here is the link to the exact stuff we have used from aliexpress:
www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005848971781.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.25.21ef1802NOlYNG
Cheers Sistership Paws 🐾 🙌❤️
-Cait
would you be able to anti-foul the dinghy ?
Hey Geoffery,
Definitely could! Yes we could antifoul the dingy, it would need to be prepped before putting antifoul on but definitely could. We normally haul the tender up in the davits and don't have it sitting in the water all the time. But at the shipyard we've just been keep the tender on the tender dock to run errands.
-Cait
@@sailingwiththejamess oh ! I see now why it had so much on it , I understand more now cheers ... keep up the good work , what are their plans for the ally cat next to you , are they fixing it up ?
They still plan on doing it up but he is having trouble retiring at the moment and has been busy with extra work. We will stop in on our way north up to Indonesia and see how he is progressing.
-sam
@@sailingwiththejamess cheers
Any time my friend.
-sam
SWTJ 52 🎉
🙌🙌
-Cait
New subscriber here - love the boat and the refit work. Do you have an idea of how much she weighs fully loaded?
Hey Sam, thanks for subscribing. How much she weighs is a much debated topic and the truth is we don't know for sure but we think she is about 16t. Design weight is 15t and we are definitely heavier than that as we are down on our lines. We are hoping the next haul out will be with someone with working scales to put this debate to bed.
-sam
Awesome - thanks for the reply Sam. Looking forward to following your journey.
Thank you so much Samantha! We look forward to seeing more of you around our channel! Cheers Legend 🍻✨️
-Cait
Where is it being fabricated
Hey Robert! We did our refit in Cairns Australia. But the boat was built in 2004-2005 in the Gold Coast at MEC
-Cait
No way id use “Selleys” on my house let alone a boat. “If it’s Selleys it’s shit”!
The tube that was off was a bugger but thankfully we had another tube on board otherwise it would be another trip to bunnings! 😃
-Cait
Never use silicone on a boat
Hey David, why would we never use silicon? And what would you recommend instead?
-sam
@
Does not hold up to saltwater, better to spend a little more . Personally you would have been better off using sicoflex on the windows .
Marine Sealant vs Silicone: Choose marine sealant for heavy-duty, long-lasting performance in the harsh marine environment, and consider silicone for less demanding situations or where cost is a major factor
Marine Sealant:
Designed specifically for marine environments: Can withstand harsh conditions like saltwater, UV rays, extreme temperatures, and fuel spills.
Superior flexibility and adhesion: Maintains elasticity to move with boat movement and adheres well to various boat materials like fiberglass, wood, and metal.
Fungus and mildew resistant: Prevents these common marine problems that can degrade surfaces and compromise the seal.
Higher initial cost: Compared to regular silicone, marine sealant tends to be pricier.
Variety of types: Different formulas are available for specific applications like bedding deck hardware, sealing hatches, or filling in cracks.
Silicone:
More affordable: Generally cheaper than marine sealant.
Wide range of uses: Can be used for various household and construction applications, not just marine.
Easier to find: Available at most hardware stores, whereas marine sealant might require specialized locations.
Less resistant to harsh conditions: May degrade faster in saltwater, UV exposure, and extreme temperatures.
Lower adhesion: Might not adhere as well to certain boat materials as marine sealant.
Not as flexible: May crack or tear with boat movement, compromising the seal.
Less fungus and mildew resistance: More susceptible to growth in marine environments.
Marine-specific bonds are more durable than their non-marine counterparts and adhere to surfaces better, but they also come with a much heftier price tag. Silicones offer a more affordable alternative, but they’re not as tough as marine sealants.
@@davidcummings6299 Hey David, appreciate your comment and thought. We used Sikaflex on the windows and FixTech for the through Hull fitting. Sorry for any confusion, I called it 'Sika' and silicone in the video
-Cait
@
Good I was a little concerned for underwater fittings .. happy sailing. “ coming soon “
Hahaha yes we hope to be back out there soon. Waiting on a part that will be here next waak and then we are off!
-sam